Prevalence of osteoporosis and incidence of related fractures in developed economies in the Asia Pacific region: a systematic review.

ABSTRACT: Robust data on osteoporosis in the Asia Pacific region could improve healthcare decision-making. Osteoporosis affects 10-30% of women aged 40 + , and up to 10% of men in 7 developed economies in Asia Pacific. Fractures affect 500-1000 adults aged 50 + per 100,000 person-years. Policymakers and clinicians must address this problem.

Purpose

Osteoporosis and associated fractures result in considerable morbidity, loss of productivity, early mortality, and increased healthcare expenses. Many countries in the Asia Pacific (AP) region, especially middle- and higher-income economies, are faced with aging and increasingly sedentary populations. It is critical to consolidate and analyze the available information on the prevalence and incidence of the disease in these countries.

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SUBMITTER: Chandran M 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10202996 | biostudies-literature | 2023 Jun

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature